THE WINNERS OF THE
2024 COMMUNITY AWARDS!
Arts Award
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Amma Gyan
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Amma has hugely contributed towards the artistic community by transforming a 162 year old chapel, to create a space that nurtures creativity.
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Friends of WACA Award
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Linda Haye
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Linda has been a champion of WACA for many years. She has consistently promoted, donated, regularly helped with obtaining funding and engaged with members frequently over the years.
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Innovation Award
Alex Williams
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Alex is the host of the Dial Up open mic sessions and the What's On Watford podcast and a passionate champion of LGBT, diversity and inclusivity across the arts.
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Rising Star Award
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Ali-Mai Joseph
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Ali-Mai is a multi-talented beacon of inspiration in leadership, community service and cultural advocacy.
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Lifetime Achievement Award
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Angela Wells
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After spending her working life helping others, Angela continues to avidly support WACA in a range of creative ways.
We would like to say a huge congratulations to all our nominees for all of their contributions to our community!
See the full list of nominees below -
Rhoda Amezado
Whilst running Ngorli Tuition & Charity Shop, Rhoda works hard to support vulnerable members of the community.
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David Lake
Involved with WACA since the 1990's, David led the Supplementary school, Elders Group, Youth and Nursery Projects and more
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Peter Taylor
A supporter of WACA during the time he's been in office as Mayor - attending AGMs, events and supporting our mission
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Favour Ezefiedi
Dedicated to community engagement, Favour uses her extensive knowledge and experience to help all
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Enid Saunders
A generous contributor towards the Watford community and beyond, for the past few decades
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Josephine Maynard
One of the first secretaries of WACA, Josephine also initiated the WACA Sickle Cell Support Group
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Dawn Williamson
The first Black councillor for Callowland Ward, Dawn has supported WACA for many years
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Kean Archibald
Instrumental in running the Elim food bank (first food bank by a black organisation in the area) for many years
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Maryam Jazeem
At only 12 years old, Maryam is a multi award winning Qu'ran reciter, public speaker, social activist and kidpreneur
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Sammy Alexander
A talented upcoming music artist, dedicated to using his art for positive social change